I know that January 1st isn't really our New Year, but given that we live in this world, turning over a new page on the Gregorian calendar definitely feels to me like a clean slate opportunity. An opportunity to do better. Become the person I want … [Read more...]
Recall on Miller’s Cheese
Posted on January 2, 2012 by
Miller's Cheese is voluntarily recalling a number of shredded cheese products due to possible cross-contamination with another brand's cheese that was contaminated with listeria. None of the Miller's cheese has tested positive, so this recall is out … [Read more...]
Budgeting Basics | Our 2012 Budget – What Changes We’re Making & Why
Posted on January 1, 2012 by
This morning, I sat down to fine tune our January budget in Excel. (Even though I love Mint, I plan out our budgets in Excel every month, and then transfer those totals over to Mint as necessary. I use Mint primarily for tracking, and Excel for … [Read more...]
A Great Big Thank You to KOAB’s December Sponsors
Posted on December 30, 2011 by
I'm a little bit freaked out that December is almost over. That means 2011 is almost over. Woah. It's been an incredible year - many high points, and a few low ones. Hopefully the same balance for you! One of the definite highs has been the … [Read more...]
Walmart.com | Huggies Wipes for $.02 Each
Posted on December 28, 2011 by
Oooh, it's been a while since we've had a stellar deal on wipes. (And don't get me started on diapers - I know we're all missing Amazon Mom's 30% off!) So, suffice it to say, I was pretty please to see this turn up from Walmart.com. Get a … [Read more...]
Budgeting Basics | Confession Time: I’ve got leaks in my budget.
Posted on December 28, 2011 by
If you're anything like me, the end of the year means a rather frantic rush to get organized. I'm decluttering, selling stuff like a madwoman on Craigslist, giving mountains of stuff away (tax deduction!), clearing off my desk, and making lists. I … [Read more...]
Plastic Jungle | $50 Lands End Gift Card for $45
Posted on December 19, 2011 by
A reader named Izzy (hi, Izzy!) sent me an email a while back asking about discounted gift cards. I didn't know, so I asked around among my frugal blogging buddies. One name kept coming up: Plastic Jungle. Plastic Jungle is a secured gift card … [Read more...]
Budgeting Basics | PerkStreet Cash-Back Debit Card {Virtual Cash Envelopes + $25 Bonus}
Posted on December 19, 2011 by
Last week I told you how we use our Capital One 360 Checking Account for a virtual grocery budget cash envelope. Well, here's one more option I came across: PerkStreet Financial. I actually learned about PerkStreet from Dave Ramsey, who is a … [Read more...]
Budgeting Basics | When Cash Envelopes Don’t Work ~ Open a Checking Account (& Get $25 Bonus)
Posted on December 14, 2011 by
This post contains referral links, which help to support Kosher on a Budget. For more information, see my disclosure policy. When my husband and I got serious about saving money, one of the most important things we had to do was figure out how … [Read more...]
Target | 8 Pairs of Carter Cotton PJs for $29.45 – Shipped (Red Card Holders)
Posted on December 13, 2011 by
Carter has a great deal today only on Carter's cotton long-sleeve PJ sets (size 12 months - 4 years), but it's going to require you to buy eight pairs. Of course, we won't use eight pairs in my daughter's current size, but at under $4/pair, I'm … [Read more...]
